The transition towards electric vehicles (EVs) is accelerating, and with it comes the need for robust charging infrastructure. One critical decision lies in when to install this infrastructure: during the initial construction phase or as a later retrofit. This article delves into the available data on the cost implications of both approaches, highlighting the significant advantages ...
Continue Reading →EPA Announces Climate Pollution Reduction Implementation Grant Competitions
The U.S. EPA released two Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) announcing competitions for $4.6 billion in implementation grant funding under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) program. The $4.3 billion general competition is open to states, municipalities, tribes, and territories. The $300 million allotted for tribes and territories is available only to eligible tribes and territories. Eligible applicants will compete for CPRG implementation grants to fund measures in applicable Priority Climate Action ... |
Edtunity Offering Free Intro EV Tech Course
EV Technician Operations and Maintenance Credentialing
Edtunity Institute is excited about a partnership with the Next Education and Electrify America to provide you with a free, introductory course about electric vehicles for Veterans. The Electric Vehicle Technician Operations & Maintenance Credentialing (EVTC) is specifically designed to assist professionals ...
“Ask Us Anything” Office Hours for Minority Business Business Enterprises
Today there are many opportunities for small businesses. However, for many diving into the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) procurement process can be an overwhelming experience. That’s why the DOE is excited to introduce the “Ask Us Anything” series, designed to equip you with the knowledge and resources needed ...
Continue Reading →Virtual Electric Vehicle Technician Training (Free)
Axle Mobility is sharing free electric vehicle training for technicians and fleets to learn more about electric vehicle systems, safety and to prepare for introductory ASE certifications. The courses can be watched on your computer, phone, or tablet, come with quizzes, certificates and Spanish subtitles. Axle is continuing to add more courses, including on other low and zero-emission vehicles, and is open to suggestions and partnering organizations in the months ahead.
To look at the courses, you ...
Continue Reading →2022 Clean Cities Annual Report Released
Every year, each Clean Cities coalition submits to the Department of Energy an annual Transportation Technology Deployment report that documents its activities and accomplishments for the previous calendar year. Coalition coordinators, who lead the local coalitions, provide information and data via an online database managed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The data characterize membership, funding, projects, and activities of the ...
Continue Reading →The 2023 Clean School Bus Program Has $500 Million in Funding Available
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law of 2021 authorizes EPA to offer rebates to replace existing school buses with clean and zero-emission (ZE) models. The 2023 Clean School Bus (CSB) Rebates process includes SAM.gov account registration, rebate application submission, review and selection by EPA, selectees will then submit purchase orders to request payment and then receive payment, which ...
Continue Reading →New Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability Funding Opportunity
Up to $100 million in funding available
The Federal Highway Administration released the Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on September 13, 2023. The NOFO is funded through an annual 10 percent set-aside from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. The fiscal year (FY) 2022/2023 funding amount for this NOFO is ...
Continue Reading →Apply for the 2024 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards
Has your community, fleet or facility been working to reduce its environmental footprint? Do you have a stellar sustainability initiative? Emission reduction for health, for local energy savings? Energy transition to cleaner domestic fuels? Did you develop an innovative strategy that benefited the environment?
Consider applying for the 2024 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards. The awards acknowledge successful and innovative ...
Continue Reading →Paving the Way for EV Adoption: Residential Charging Accessibility in the US
In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable transportation, the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) stands as a pivotal milestone. At the heart of this shift lies the critical issue of accessible at-home charging. According to the 2020 Residential Energy Consumption Survey, an ...
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